Tech Assistant (Main Campus)

Casper Medical Imaging, P.C.; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Vision

Life and AD&D insurance (basic and Vol

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Safe Harbor Retirement

Profit Sharing Retirement

Supplemental

Free Parking

Paid Major Holidays

Job summary

Casper Medical Imaging, P.C. is seeking an Assistant Radiology Aide to support technologists and ensure patient safety throughout exams in Casper, Wyoming.

You will assist with patient movement, room preparation, and scheduling, while upholding safety and quality standards. The role requires effective communication, the ability to lift and position patients, and collaboration with radiology staff to deliver timely imaging services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree or equivalent training preferred.
• Certification options such as CNA/MA/Phlebotomy may be available.
• Experience in a medical setting and terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist technologist to maintain patient safety and quality care.
• Explain exams to patients and monitor scheduling for workflow.
• Help prepare exam rooms and position patients with proper body mechanics.
• Assist with IV placement, supplies, and paperwork for next day.
• Stock supplies, assist with in-house laundry, and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Patient safety

Situational awareness

Safety procedures

Microsoft Office/PACS/EMR

Explain procedures to patients

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or equivalent

Training: CNA/MA/Phlebotomy

Tools

PACS

EMR

Job description

When it comes to providing quality, patient-centered care – local matters. Our doctors and staff are invested in the community. We’re your local team of radiology experts. With cutting-edge medical imaging technology, highly trained clinical staff, and board-certified radiologists, we bring patient care and imaging excellence into focus.

Casper Medical Imaging has proudly been serving our community since 1971. We have long standing roots in the great state of Wyoming and are proud to be able to provide expanded services not just to our state, but our region.

The ability to adapt to a growth mindset and be willing to learn and take accountability is a must for any individual within the walls of our establishments. Empathic and positive attitude is a required mindset for all employees as it is our duty to connect on a stelar level with one another as co-workers, but even more important is our patience and referring providers.

We practice PATIENT with our peers and all individuals we come in contact with within our scope.

Professional | Accountable | Timely | Intentional | Navigate | Thank You

Basic Benefits (Health & Fringe)

• Health
• Vision
• Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Safe Harbor Retirement
• Profit Sharing Retirement
• Supplemental
• Free Parking
• Paid Major Holidays

Job Overview

Assists technologist in maintaining patient safety and quality patient care in a caring environment and assisting with the movement of patients from check-in to check-out. Ensure the safety of the patient before and during the exam.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Obtain medical/surgical history from a patient. You will need to communicate with the technologist if any questions arise.
• Monitor and adjust patient scheduling to ensure effective workflow and alert the supervisor when patients have been waiting more than 15 minutes, or the schedule is running behind.
• Explain the exam to the patient.
• Work closely with the technologist to ensure patient safety during exam phases.
• Assist the technologist in getting the exam room ready and getting the patient situated. This aspect of the job will require patient lifting. Assisting with IV placement. Proper equipment selection and linen changes.
• Assist in getting paperwork/patient schedule ready the following day.
• Any other duties necessary to ensure patient safety and maintain workflow.
• Stock supplies and clean and help with in-house laundry.
• This job requires attention to detail, situational awareness, and the ability to talk and listen.

Education

High school diploma. Associate degree. Training may be available in hospitals, vocational-technical institutions, and the Armed Forces—any certificate such as CNA, MA, or Phlebotomy.

Experience

Prior medical setting requiring medical terminology, anatomy & physiology.

MA with Phlebotomy

1-2 years of healthcare experience.

Other Requirements

Must comply with all duties, policies, and requirements of Outpatient Radiology and applicable, i.e. complying with ALL health care requirements such as OIG, SAMS HIPAA, OSHA always protecting PHI and ePHI.

Knowledge

Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, instrumentation, fundamental physics, patient care, and medical ethics.

Knowledge of safety, infection control, and quality improvement practices to establish a safe work environment.

Skills

Skill in communication and interpersonal interactions.

Skill in identifying patient safety issues and notifying the supervisor.

Skills in situational awareness, safety

Abilities

• Ability to lift and position patients for patient positioning using correct body mechanics.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patients and other employees.
• Ability to competently use Microsoft Office, PACS, or EMR.
• Ability to explain technical procedures and results to patients user-friendly.
• Ability to calm patients who may be nervous about the procedure.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, management, and peers.

Work Environment

Combination of exam rooms and tech console area. In some situations, it may work in close quarters. Exposure to disease, radiation, biohazard materials, and toxic chemicals while performing job duties.

Physical Requirements

Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks usually associated with the radiology field, such as standing six to eight hours daily. It involves bending, stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, twisting, turning, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Heavy lifting of 75+ lbs. is required to move equipment and transfer patients—occasional stress when working with anxious patients or difficult exams.

The pay range for this role is:

16 - 20 USD per hour (Washington St. - Casper)